Gas Leak Prompts Shelter-in-Place in Richmond

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A reported gas leak in Richmond has prompted a shelter-in-place near Kaiser hospital. (September 20, 2017)

Firefighters in Richmond have issued a shelter-in-place order Wednesday afternoon because of a natural gas leak and nearby residents are being asked to close their windows and turn off HVAC systems, according to a deputy fire chief.

The leak was first reported at 1:01 p.m. at the corner of Nevin Avenue and Harbour Way.

A 3- to 4-inch commercial gas line was ruptured, although the cause of the leak is still under investigation, according to Deputy Fire Chief Emon Usher.

Firefighters shut down a nearby post office and the Hacienda Grill at 1000 Nevin Ave. They also issued a shelter-in-place order for Kaiser Permanente Richmond Medical Center at 901 Nevin Ave. and a number of residences in the area.